After signing a €81.3 million (£69.5 million) agreement with Napoli in 2020 from Lille, the 24-year-old has scored 66 goals in 116 games.

Several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea, have shown interest in Osimhen in the past year due to his significant role in Napoli’s Serie A title win last season.

The Nigerian international has reportedly been linked with interest from Chelsea and Arsenal, who will both have January transfer windows to buy players.

But now Osimhen has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to extend his contract with Napoli, according to Sky Sport Italia.

Osimhen reportedly has a release clause in his new deal worth €130 million (£112 million) to €140 million (£120 million).

During his appearance on John Obi Mikel’s podcast last month, Osimhen addressed rumors of a possible move to Chelsea or Arsenal without specifically mentioning them. However, the Napoli striker did state that he would only consider a club in Europe as a whole, following his rejection of a summer transfer offer from Saudi Pro League team Al-Hilal.

‘Of course,’ Osimhen replied when asked if he intends to keep performing in Europe.

Everything claimed was accurate; I did have conversations; and that August week was a pivotal one; I had to make a major decision, but I ultimately left it up to God.

The more I declined their requests in Saudi Arabia, the more they insisted on having them fulfilled; it was mind-boggling to witness.We discussed it with my club and the people in charge, and we came up with a plan. I told them, “I like these people, I want to stay. I don’t think I want to leave for now.” When we made our decision, we followed through. They get it, but they kept trying right up until their transfer window [closed].

This is a monumental decision that will impact my life in profound ways, but I had to make a choice that would benefit my job as well, so I told them before we even played our first game of the season, “it’s done.” I didn’t want to second-guess myself.

“There is more to playing football for money than just the money.”